Two problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Oil turned to a sluggy/ pasty thickness, engine had to be replaced. Fuel injection system failed. Also, had to be replaced. Please provide any further information, and identification number.